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13 Best Beach Resorts in Cebu, Philippines to Stay In 2024

best beach resorts in cebu Philippines

Cebu is gloriously known for its enriched Spanish colonial history and enchanting beaches, attracting tourists annually. Cebu makes the perfect getaway to unwind and get in one with nature grandly with white cotton sands and crystal blue ocean waves! 

To enjoy Cebu at its finest, you need a place where you can rest comfortably and get re-energized to take on each vacay day with blood-pumping action. With that being said, we’ve compiled a list of the top 13 Cebu beach resorts you may want to consider. 

Before making any booking, make sure you know when is the best time to visit Cebu and what are the best places to visit in the Philippines.

Best Beach Resorts in Cebu

13Alta Cebu Resort 

alta cebu resort, philippines

12Elsalvador Beach Resort 

Elsalvador Beach Resort, Cebu

11Cebu Seaview Dive Resort 

Cebu Seaview Dive Resort, philippines

10Alegria Dive Resort 

Alegria Dive Resort, Cebu

9The Mark Resort Cebu 

The Mark Resort Cebu, Philippines

8Dusit Thani Mactan Cebu Resort 

Dusit Thani Mactan Cebu Resort 

7Pacific Cebu Resort 

Pacific Cebu Resort, Philippines

6El Mar Resort Cebu 

El Mar Resort Cebu, Philippines

5Santander Pebble Beach Resort

Santander Pebble Beach Resort, Cebu

4Palmbeach Resort & Spa

Palmbeach Resort & Spa Cebu

3Seda Ayala Center Cebu 

Seda Ayala Center Cebu

2Jpark Island Resort & Waterpark Cebu 

Jpark Island Resort & Waterpark Cebu

1Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu 

Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu
Lambug Beach, Cebu
Photo by Faith Mari

It is a very cheap beach in south Cebu. It is well-known for its fine white sand and crystal clear waters for a bit of splash and to read that novel under the sun with crashing waves in the background. 

Panagsama Beach 

Panagsama Beach, Cebu Philippines
Photo by Andrey Samsonov

A popular go-to spot for diving in Cebu and snorkeling where you can explore some marine life and swim alongside a large school of sardines! 

White Beach 

Basdaku Beach, (White beach) Cebu
Photo by Alisa

White Beach, also called Basdaku Beach, is another south Cebu beach that features vast shores, smooth golden brown sand, and pristine waters. The beach is perfect for a game of volley and kayaking. 

Paradise Beach 

Sandira Beach (paradise beach) bantayan cebu

Also known as Sandira Beach, is known for its blissful turquoise waters and cotton white sand along the shoreline. It is the perfect place to sunbathe and chill or swim in the shallow waters. Here you have to pay a 50 pesos entry fee.

With Cebu’s numerous islands to explore, there is so much that you and your loved one(s) can do to make the most out of your stay in the Philippines!

Getting suitable and worthy accommodation based on your preferences is the way to go for that unforgettable and much-needed vacation.

With that being said, we hope this list of top resorts in Cebu can serve you well to pick the best place to stay while you explore Cebu’s many great wonders.

And to that, we would like to wish you a safe and happy journey ahead!